Automation Designer

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Automation Designer

Bridgewater, Nova Scotia

For 130 years, Michelin has innovated to improve the mobility of people and goods. Today, we are setting the benchmark across every tire and travel-related services market, while leading a global strategy to drive sustainable, profitable growth.

Michelin North America (Canada) Inc., which employs 4,000 people and operates three tire manufacturing facilities in Nova Scotia, is seeking an Automation Designer to join its growing team in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia.

The Automation Designer will support the manufacturing process and equipment by designing, specifying, purchasing and constructing electrical automation systems and components. This position will include aspects of project management, technical specification, design, analysis, installation management, equipment start-up and manufacturing.

What you will do :

The successful candidate will be responsible for completing the automation portion of projects to enable the plant to meet its market, productivity, and quality goals. They will assist management with pre‑studies of deployment and development projects in the electrical automation field. They will also complete design studies and follow procurement and fabrication of equipment and lead the installation, commissioning and start‑up of the equipment in an industrial plant environment.

Job responsibilities include :

• providing detailed electrical design and automation programming for assigned projects and plant technical assistance;
• providing estimates and technical schedules for all phases of process equipment addition, replacement or upgrade;
• providing backup support and training to plant maintenance teams on newly implemented automation systems;
• collaborating with internal company support groups to accomplish objectives, and provide contract engineering management and direction when needed; and,
• participating in assigned major capital projects and / or modifications from start to finish, including equipment reception, commissioning, and acceptance.

What you will bring :

Why Michelin?

Career Growth : Personalized development plans, mentorship, and cross‑functional opportunities. Unique career paths and opportunities for advancement.

Inclusive Culture : Thrive in a diverse, supportive environment where your competencies, contributions and behaviors are recognized. Option to join one of our Business Resource Groups and Inclusion Councils.

Innovation‑Driven : Work on projects that matter—from sustainable materials to digital transformation.

Community Impact : Be part of a company that does what’s right. We use sustainable business practices while balancing the needs of our customers and communities.

Michelin is an equal employment opportunity employer of visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons and people with disabilities. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment application process because of a disability, please contact us at accommodations@michelin.com.

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